SBNT (Natal Air Force Base): It is currently a Military Air Force Base from the FAB (Brazilian Air Force). Also popularly called Trampolim da Vitória, it has an important historic role in the city of Natal and Parnamirim, being a major stop for aircraft travelling from America to Europe during World War II. It was also what boosted economical activity in the southern Natal region, which led to the emancipation of the city of Parnamirim. After the war, in 1980, the airport had its administration transfered to the state company Infraero, which also created its Passenger Terminal and started airline operations. It served as Natal’s main airport, being located only about 10 km from Natal’s city center, it has a direct road connection to the city via the highway BR-101. In 2014, however, the São Gonçalo do Amarante Airport was built, leading to SBNT’s deactivation. Currently, the airport serves as a military air base for special operations only, with no airline or comercial flight operation since 2014.